The Field Center is seeking an experienced and motivated Financial and Strategic Development Director who is passionate about the value of the arts, creative movement practices and public performance. This part-time position works directly with the Executive Director and Director of Operations to develop and implement the strategic financial vision for a vibrant arts center and 501c3 organization.
POSITION GOALS
- Develop long-term strategic financial plans for revenue generation, operational sustainability, and programatic growth.
- Design, implement, and access initiatives and practices for funding short and long-term projects, with diversified revenue streams including grants, individual giving, and other earned revenue.
- Develop and manage institutional systems for budgeting, patron and donor management, donor communications, grant-writing, and financial management and reporting.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Financial Planning & Operations:
- Develop and implement 2, 5, and 10 year Strategic Financial Plan, including creating budget projections and contingency plans.
- Oversee operational budgets. Work with staff to maintain accurate data and report on results and projections.
- Advance and assess plans for earned revenue, including participant fees, rental income, and other opportunities.
- Spearhead quarterly financial reporting to the board of directors and manage end-of-year reporting and tax preparation in collaboration with accountant and bookkeepers.
Fundraising & Earned Revenue Development:
- Implement a CRM database to track participants, grantors, donors, and prospects. Manage migration of current data and maintain databases in collaboration with staff.
- Investigate and prioritize grant opportunities. Develop and oversee regional and national grant calendar.
- Draft, edit, and ensure the impactful execution of grants in collaboration with staff and freelance grant writers.
- Cultivate relationships with current and prospective donors, stakeholders, and leaders in the regional arts ecology.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Part-time, salaried position.
- ~30 hours a week.
- Remote eligible with a minimum of 5 on-site days per calendar year.
- 60k annualized salary.
- Full access to all Field Center public programs/performances.
- Healthcare benefits not included.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 6 years professional experience in financial management, fundraising, or strategic development for non-profits.
- Experience developing and utilizing CRM and donor tracking.
- Fluency in Quickbooks, Excel, and Google suite.
- Experience with donor cultivation and direct communications.
- Knowledge of the current non-profit and creative economies within in U.S.
- Reliable, punctual, and responsive communicator.
- Experience working in the arts a plus.
- New England/Northeast resident a plus.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Qualified applicants should submit:
- 1-2 page cover letter outlining their interest and accomplishments.
- CV/resumé including details of past positions and any relevant skills and software experience.
- 3 professional references. These references would not be contacted with prior permission from the applicant and only at the finalist stage.
Please direct applications to communications@thefieldcenter.com with the subject line “Application for Financial and Strategic Development Director.” Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis beginning on January 20, 2026.
The Field Center is committed to fostering an inclusive, pluralistic and anti-racist environment within our team, our program, and the arts field. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other classes or characteristics protected by law.
ABOUT THE FIELD CENTER
Located in Southern Vermont, the Field Center is an educational center for arts practices that provides an alternative and supplemental avenue to academic models in performance, dance, and interdisciplinary arts education. We serve as a resource for working artists at all stages of their career to learn, develop their teaching and performance practices, and build stronger collaborative relationships with one another. We help to create and curate structures, solutions, and events that inspire equitable, sustainable practices, drive creativity and encourage courageous exploration. We work to create a place that appreciates difference and is rigorous, improvisational, intuitive, healthy, and original. As a “hub” for contemporary dance, performance and arts practices in Vermont and New England, we provide:
- Year-round residential master classes and multi-day workshop opportunities that are open to all.
- Invitation-based residencies for under-represented artists in the field, centering processes over product and dedicated studio time to develop new works.
- Publicly accessible showings and performances featuring emerging and established artists.
- “Summits” or symposiums of people within the performing arts fields to gather and discuss aspects of their work and practices as a means of fostering community.
- Year-round performances, showings, workshops, and long-form workshop opportunities that are open to all.
